Indian Penal Code, 1860Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

IPC 386BNS 308(5)

Extortion by putting a person in fear of death or grievous hurt

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What changed

  • IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading.
  • No other change.

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Under Section 308(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 386 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...

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What is IPC 386 equivalent in BNS?

IPC Section 386 (Extortion by putting a person in fear of death or grievous hurt) corresponds to Section 308(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).

What changed between IPC 386 and BNS 308(5)?

IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading. No other change.

How do I cite BNS 308(5) in a pleading?

Under Section 308(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 386 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...

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